5 study tips to help you ace the big examPreparing for a big board exam is a tall task. It requires stamina, dedication, and an incredible amount of knowledge that you need to recall at a moment’s notice. Just reading about the board exam…
5 Tips to find the work life balance in nursingIn my over 40 years of nursing I have learned that nurses spend most of their time giving to others. We give to our patients, our colleagues, our family, our friends and our community. I…
A Fantastic development in nursing education: Concept based learningNursing educators must always be aware of new, different, and better ways to teach their students. Concept Based Learning is a new nursing student educational teaching and learning technique allowing educators to focus on teaching concepts…
7 Essential Nursing SkillsNurses are the lifeblood of the medical industry. Whether you work in a nursing home, hospital, or private practice, as a nurse – you will be responsible for just about everything the doctor does not…
NCLEX Exam Format and InformationSo you’re preparing to take the NCLEX-RN nursing exam. Fantastic. This will be a milestone in your nursing career, and the test is pricey, so you want to optimize your chances of getting a high…
Extreme sports, extreme injury: January is Winter Sports Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness MonthWinter is a time of extremes—extreme cold, extreme wind, and extreme sports. As the days shorten, skiers and snowboarders head to the mountains, seeking thrills and fresh powder. But these alpine valleys harbor dangers to…
GRIT: Why is It So Important?In recent discussions of success and mastery, “GRIT” has quickly become a go-to buzzword referring to a person’s drive and persistence at mastering new skills and achieving long-term success. No matter what stage you may…
Print vs. Digital – Which is Better for the Student?Is education more effective through digital tools or traditional print books and literature? The anecdotal debate is loud, but the timing of a number of studies is now starting to clear up the dust. What…
Best Study Techniques for a Big Test!Taking a board exam is tough work. It requires stamina, dedication, and an incredible amount of knowledge that you need to recall at a moment’s notice. Just reading about the board exam requirements is enough…